Consumer expectations are changing, and those consumers are expecting more from the businesses they choose to interact with. Industry 4.0 can help you meet changing consumer expectations. "If you employ a smart manufacturing strategy to meet these challenges, you need to focus on the two characteristics that matter most: agility and sustainability." Adaptability is a very important factor, especially with the rise of customization. By becoming more efficient and sustainable, there is more wiggle room for that customization.
Robot use continues to grow in the manufacturing industry. Tech Republic said, "The key driver for these technologies has been to promote the safety of workers, the report found, but organizations ha...
Have you started using smartphones on your floor? There are pros and cons. Engineering.com said, "Consumer smartphones are communication devices that include several built-in sensors. When an applicat...
The manufacturing industry and the engineering field have always been connected - and industry 4.0 is changing both! IndustryWeek said, "The most promising emerging technologies of Industry 4.0 are im...
Generalized technologies are becoming more popular, in some cases they are actually replacing purpose-built options. Forbes reported, "One of the core opportunities of Industry 4.0 is the development...
Industry 4.0 is a product of manufacturing's history and a few notable inventions. The invention of the telephone changed the world - and it changed business considerably! The same goes for invention...
Who is leading the charge when it comes to Industry 4.0? Assembly plants. Assembly Magazine said, "Factories of the future will feature advanced technology, such as additive manufacturing, artificial ...
Industry 4.0 is resulting in unprecedented levels of efficiency and productivity. Digital Twins are taking that a step further. A digital twin has to do with two way interactions between physical and ...
Industry 4.0 is absolutely worth your attention if you are in the manufacturing field! Automation World said, "Now, there is no doubt about the benefits of digital transformation—efficiencies that red...
